A house RESOLUTION

 

TO WELCOME PASTOR, SINGER, AND SONGWRITER MARVIN SAPP TO SOUTH CAROLINA AND TO WISH HIM WELL DURING HIS VISIT TO THE PALMETTO STATE AS HE PERFORMS IN THE LEGENDS CONCERT ON FEBRUARY 23, 2024, AT COLUMBIA'S KOGER CENTER.

 

Whereas, the South Carolina House of Representatives is pleased to learn that Marvin Sapp, a distinguished gospel pastor, singer, and songwriter, will perform in the Legends concert on February 23, 2024, at Columbia's Koger Center. The concert is sponsored by the Auntie Karen Foundation of Columbia; and

 

Whereas, recognized as Bishop Marvin Louis Sapp, Sr., Marvin Sapp is celebrated for his multifaceted talents and spiritual leadership. His musical career has been decorated with accolades, including an impressive array of thirteen Grammy nominations, twenty-four Stellar Awards, four Dove Awards, and two BET Awards, establishing him as an influential figure in gospel music; and

 

Whereas, beyond his musical achievements, Sapp's entrepreneurial spirit shines through his ventures as an author of eight novels. In 2022, his impactful career journey was commemorated with the creation of the biopic Never Would've Made It: the Marvin Sapp Story, which highlighted his significant contributions to the music industry; and

 

Whereas, in his role as a pastor, Bishop Marvin Sapp has had a profound impact on spiritual leadership. He currently serves as senior pastor at The Chosen Vessel in Fort Worth, Texas, a position he assumed on November 17, 2019. Prior to taking up his duties with The Chosen Vessel, he founded the Lighthouse Full Life Center Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and served there as a senior pastor; and

 

Whereas, Marvin Sapp's extraordinary career, encompassing music, literature, and pastoral leadership, inspires and uplifts audiences globally. His unwavering dedication to both ministry and music provides a legacy of faith, resilience, and remarkable artistic excellence. Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

 

That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, welcome pastor, singer, and songwriter Marvin Sapp to South Carolina and wish him well during his visit to the Palmetto State as he performs in the Legends concert on February 23, 2024, at Columbia's Koger Center.

 

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Marvin Sapp.

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